American Standard SPECTRA+ HANDHELD User manual

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To ensure that your installation proceeds smoothly-please read
these instructions carefully before you begin.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Most of the procedures require the use of common tools and materials, which are available from hardware and plumbing
supply stores. It is essential that the tools and materials be on hand before work is begun.
M965854 (8/17)
SPECTRA+ HANDHELD™KIT
Adjustable Personal
Hand Shower Bar
For all Models
ROUGHING-IN DIMENSIONS:
• For reference
30-1/8"
(765 mm)
1-9/16"DIA
(40 mm)
1-3/4"
(45 mm)
FINISHED
WALL
WALL SUPPLY
WITH BUILT IN
BACK FLOW
PREVENTER
1/2"
(13 mm)
1-1/16"
(26 mm)
1-7/16"
(37 mm)
1/2 N.P.T.
(13 mm)
(48" - 60") (OPTIONAL)
TO FINISHED FLOOR
(1219 - 1524 mm)
RUBBER GASKET
FINISHED WALL
1/2"NPSM HOSE
CONNECTION (13 mm)
59"
(1499 mm)
9-15/16"
(252 mm)
1-3/4"
(43 mm)
DrillFlat Blade Screwdriver Level
10'
Tape Measure
CARE AND CLEANING
Do: Simply rinse the product clean with clear water, dry with a soft cotton flannel cloth.
Do Not: Clean the product with soaps, acid, polish, abrasives, harsh cleaners, or a cloth with a coarse surface.
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Certied to comply with ANSI A112.18.1M

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• The ADJUSTABLE SHOWER BAR works best if secured to a wall stud or cross brace within the wall,
using the SCREWS supplied.
• If the ADJUSTABLE SHOWER BAR is to be installed on a tile or plaster wall the ANCHORS (1) and SCREWS (2)
should be used.
• Determine desired height and location (optional) and mark the top center line. Use a level to help mark the
vertical center line for the two mounting locations. The distance between the two mounting holes is 30" (765 mm).
Note: This dimension is important and must be maintained. If ESCUTCHEON is secured to a stud or cross brace
with in the wall, drill small pilot holes for SCREWS (2).
• For installations on drywall or tiled walls: Use ANCHORS (1) and SCREWS (2) for securing ESCUTCHEON
to nished wall.
• Drill two 1/4" (6 mm) dia. holes a minimum of 1-3/4" (44 mm) deep. Insert the two ANCHORS (1) flush with face of
the nished wall.
INSTALL WALL ANCHORS
30"
(765 mm)
FINISHED
WALL
LEVEL
1
FINISHED
WALL
2
2
C/L
C/L
C/L
1
30"
(765 mm)

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4
INSTALL ADJUSTABLE SHOWER BAR
• Remove HAND SHOWER (1) from the hose. Turn water
supplies on to flush water lines thoroughly.
• T u r n handles “off” and replace HAND SHOWER (1).
• Use KNOB (3) on HOLDER (2) to adjust
HAND SHOWER (1) height on slide bar.
INSTALL HOSE AND HAND SHOWER
30"
(765 mm)
C/L
C/L
1
3
2
C/L
2
3
1
• Remove CAP (1) from SHOWER RAIL (2).
• Secure SHOWER RAIL (2) to the wall using MOUNTING
SCREWS (3). Do not fully tighten. After alignment is made,
tighten the MOUNTING SCREWS (3) fully.
• Instal CAP (1) back onto SHOWER RAIL (2).
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• Supply to WALL SUPPLY is 1/2" NPT. See rough-in above
for detailed information.
• Apply sealant or sealing tape to threads of 1/2" NPT supply
nipple.
INSTALL WALL SUPPLY
1/2" NPT
APPLY SEALANT
OR SEALING TAPE